Books on Christian Denominations

Complete Guide to Christian Denominations: Understanding the History, Beliefs, and Differences
By Ron Rhodes / Harvest House Publishers

Why are there so many denominations? How did they all originate? Are they really substantially different? Find answers to all these questions in this handy resource. In minutes you'll locate essential information about denominations including brief histories, key beliefs, and distinctive worship and teaching elements. Features charts on doctrinal differences, membership statistics, website listings, and more. 250 pages, softcover from Harvest. Pocket Dictionary of North American Denominations: Over 100 Christian Groups Clearly & Concisely Defined
By Drew W. Blankman / Inter-varsity Press

Designed as a quick reference guide to orthodox and not-so-orthodox church groups in the United States and Canada, this handy dictionary examines such denominations and groups as: Bible churches, African American denominations, confessional churches, mainline denominations, churches in the evangelical tradition, Pentecostal churches, and many groups considered on the Christian fringe. Based on the award-winning Dictionary of Christianity in America, this pocket dictionary is an affordable and easily accessible "help key" for understanding the Christian traditions of North America. Dictionary of Christian Denominations
By Peter Day / Continuum

Unclear about the difference between Baptists and Anabaptists? Here's the source to turn to when you want information ranging from mainstream churches to heretical sects. This handy little reference covers over 1,000 denominations and movements, including lesser-known ones such as the Body-felt Salvation Church. Day treats this potentially dry subject with considerable zest and enjoyment. 516 pages, hardcover from Continuum. Handbook of Denominations in the United States, 11th Edition
By Frank S. Mead & Samuel S. Hill, revised by Craig D. Atwood / Abingdon Press

Now completely revised, Frank Mead's Handbook of Denominations in the United States is an accurate, objective, and comprehensive reference telling you all you need to know about over 200 religious groups of all faiths. This edition features a new introductory article; expanded treatment of Catholic, Fundamentalist, Holiness, and Pentecostal churches; reorganization of church "family" groupings; updated statistical and directory information; and a revised bibliography. 384 pages, hardcover, Abingdon. Encyclopedia of American Religious History, 2 Volumes
By Stephen Prothero / Facts On File

(PUBFacts on File)"Especially suited to curious readers who wish to dip in here and there for information about people, denominations, issues, and movements that have played a part in the religious history of the nation,"---Library Journal. Of the 800 articles, 100 are revised or new to this edition. 868 pages total, two hardcovers.

	Denominations Comparison--Laminated Wall Chart By Rose Publishing Many pastors, teachers, and Bible study leaders have asked for a chart that compares Christian denominations and what they believe on different topics. What do they believe about God, the Trinity, Jesus, the Scriptures, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, and salvation? This easy-to-understand chart has brief, concise answers for the following denominations: Baptist, Churches of Christ, Anabaptist, Orthodox, Presbyterian, Anglican, Lutheran, Congregational, Adventist, Pentecostal, Roman Catholic, and Methodist. Laminated. Reproducible worksheets on the back. 19.5" x 26"
	Denominations Comparison Pamphlet: Compare 12 Major Denominations and Their Beliefs By Rose Publishing This pamphlet compares 12 Christian denominations and what they believe on different topics. Groups include: Baptist, Churches of Christ, Anabaptist, Orthodox, Presbyterian, Anglican, Lutheran, Congregational, Adventist, Pentecostal, Roman Catholic, and Methodist. What do they believe about God, the Trinity, Jesus, the Scriptures, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, and salvation? This easy-to-understand pamphlet has brief, concise answers. All of these groups believe in the deity of Christ and the importance of Scripture, so what makes them different? 8.5" x 5.5" pamphlet has 12 panels and fits inside a Bible cover. Unfolds to 33".